1996-P Smithsonian Institution 150th Anniversary Commemorative Proof Silver Dollar

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We are pleased to offer for sale this 1996-P Smithsonian Institution 150th Anniversary Commemorative Silver Dollar Proof. This Smithsonian Institution 150th Anniversary Commemorative Silver Dollar was minted in 1996 and is in Proof condition.

This coin was struck to commemorate the 150th anniversary of the Smithsonian Institution which was established in 1846.

129,152 were minted at the Philadelphia (P) Mint. This coin is comprised of .900 silver (90% silver) and .100 copper with a diameter of 38.1mm and a weight of 26.73 grams. The obverse of the coin was designed by Thomas D. Rogers Sr. and features an image of Smithsonian Castle flanked by laurel leaves. The reverse was designed by John Mercanti and features an image based on the Smithsonian's gold Langley Medal of an allegorical figure holding the "Torch of Knowledge".

This 1996-P Smithsonian Institution 150th Anniversary Commemorative Dollar Silver Proof is encapsulated and comes in the original U.S. Mint packaging with a Certificate of Authenticity (COA).

This coin is a great value for the price! Don't miss out on this 1996-P Smithsonian Institution 150th Anniversary Commemorative Silver Dollar Proof!


At a glance
Year: 
1996
Mint: 
Philadelphia (P)
Coin Type: 
Modern Commemorative Silver Dollar
Denomination: 
Large Dollar ($1)
Grade: 
Proof (PR)
Composition: 
.9 (90%) Silver and 0.1 (10%) Copper. Over all composition is 90% Silver
Edge Type: 
Reeded
Diameter: 
38.10 mm
Mass: 
26.73 grams (each)
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Modern Commemorative Coins

The U.S. Mint did not make commemorative coins from 1955-1981, despite repeated calls from the public to do so. In 1982 the Treasury department finally issued it's first commemorative coin since 1954, a silver half dollar honoring the 250th anniversary of George Washington's birth. In the past, the responsiblity for distributing commemorative coins had been placed in the hands of a commission or private individuals. This time, the responsibility fell to the U.S. Mint, and all profits were distributed to the U.S. Government. With the coming of the 1983 and 1984 Los Nageles Omypics, came the opportunity to place a surcharge on each coin, each to the benefit of an organization that was determined by Congress (in this case, the Los Angeles Olympic Organizing Committee). While this change was widely criticized at the time, it is now the standard and the practice continues with very little controversy.

While modern commemorative coins have not seen much appreciation from the public in general, these coins continue be be incredibly significant in their historical, cultural and sentimental value.

Be sure to look at all of our Modern Commemorative Coins and Coin Sets. Chances are you will find one honoring a subject you have a deep affection towards!




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